These clay pans outperform metal pans in a number of ways. To begin with, you don’t have to line them and they don’t rust or warp. Finally, the heat distribution is much more even resulting in a golden uniformed crust outside and a tasty, soft inside. You’ll find these clay pans will give your favorite recipes new life! They are also more elegant and “table ready” than glass pans adding a nice, old-worldly quality when setting the table around these decorative pieces. You can even consider using these mini loaf pans to create fun, thoughtful presents for the office or neighborhood party. The time and ingredients required to make one traditional loaf will yield four gifts. I believe these bread pans are a fantastic idea to give everyone a perfectly baked dessert bread of your very own wrapped in a nice bow.

This is one of my favorite bean and lentil recipesbecause it cooks up quickly and is so versatile. Just make a big pot of it on Monday and store it in your fridge for use throughout the week. Thin it out with some chicken broth for a quick and filling lentil soup. You can also use it as a meat substitute in almost any recipe that calls for ground beef. I’ve made spaghetti sauce with it, used it as a taco filling and even make vegetarian Sloppy Joes that were a big hit with my kids.